Discussions from Planning

Photos and video are important to my fiancé and I. Both of our families have been taking pictures and recording events since we've been born. With photography, we were able to get a good deal with...

Me and my fiance had a long engagement period (18 months) and we've dated for 4+ years. We've been practicing first dance and walking down the aisle the past few days and I can't feel any emotions...

We just got engaged this past February, it will be a 3rd marriage (second wedding) for me and second marriage for my Fiancee. We have a wonderful idyllic life together but we are just starting to plan...

SHORT STORY WE ARE NOT VERY CLOSE AND I THINK THAT THE HONOR OF GIVING ME AWAY AND WALKING BE DOWN THE AISLE IS NOT SOMTHING THAT IS JUST GIVIN I THINK IT SHOULD BE EARNED. I KINDA WANT MY MOM OR MY...

I'm looking for ideas for a beach wedding in New England. My budget is tight and I'm looking to hire a caterer myself and other outside vendors. If anyone has ideas for a sandy/beach ceremony and a...

I am a friend of the bride. The invites have been sent out and I'm trying to make the order of events. I don't like that we'll be eating so late, but heavy apps in case people haven't eaten is more...

I saw the idea of using words associated with marriage instead of table numbers. I have 11 tables for my reception but I only came up with 5 words, any help would be greatly appreciated. Love,...

So I know how helpful it was for me to see budget breakdowns of certain costs. It really helps future brides estimate, so I thought I'd share mine. BUDGET ESTIMATE: $10,000 ELOPEMENT (or some...

Hi all. Who are you planning on tipping? My thought was to tip the officiant, photographer, dj, and DOC. They all own their own business so I think it is optional but not sure. Do I need to tip the...

I’ve only been engaged 2 months and already we’ve changed the date three times. Is it just us?

I'm getting my RSVPs back and I'm having issues with people inviting more than were invited. I had paper RSVPs, and the invitations started the guest names on both an inner and outer envelope. I made...

Is there a common "rule" as to single guests bringing dates to weddings? We are going to easily have about 200-215 guests and a huge bridal party. My fiance and I (who will be paying for this on our...

I wrote this up for my girls, and a similar one for FH's guys... I'm an extremely organized person and I want to be detailed and specific but I'm worried it's too much, or that I'm missing something?...

Hey all, I am narrowing down my photographer choices and have noticed that some photography companies have a video option. Was hiring a videographer worth the splurge? I'm seeing estimates from...

Was searching for a nice and inexpensive bridal shower dress and came across AliExpress.com Has anyone ever ordered from this website? Seems like each item is from different sellers. Was your...

Hello all! I am excited to be planning my wedding in New Orleans for sometime in the next year or so. I love New Orleans and have visited many times in my life, but I'm having a hard time pinning down...

Hi there! 2 Photo-related questions in 1 HASHTAGS: Curious if anyone has experience using weddinghashers.com for hashtags? They charge $20 for 3 hashtags - I'm not too concerned with risking...